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Metro East Senior Park 62+
2222 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Santiago Villas Senior Apartments
939 E 17th StSanta Ana, CA 92701
1010 W MacArthur Blvd
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1309 N Linwood Ave
1309 N Linwood AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Minnie Apartments
1414-1422 S Minnie StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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1202-1210 E Borchard AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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888 on Main
888 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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California Palms Apartments
901 S Harbor BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92704
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Santa Ana Birch Apartments
422 S Birch StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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2201 S Pacific AveSanta Ana, CA 92704
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1021 W Bishop St
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512 N Porter StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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610 Garfield StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Broadstone Arden
1951 E Dyer RdSanta Ana, CA 92705
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411 W Chestnut Ave, Unit B
411 W Chestnut AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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3124 S Main StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Flower Terrace
1401 N Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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801 S Lyon StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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727 S Lyon StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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2701 W McFadden AveSanta Ana, CA 92704
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811 S Fairview StSanta Ana, CA 92704
517 Sunset St
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1001 S Lyon StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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317 S Flower St
317 S Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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2239 W 5th StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Santa Ana Arts Collective
1666 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Villa Sonata Apartments
1601 Civic Center Dr WSanta Ana, CA 92703
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1401 W. Walnut St.
1401 W Walnut StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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511 E Washington Ave
511 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1330 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1201-1233 E Wilshire AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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514 E Wellington Ave
514 E Wellington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1622-1658 W Walnut StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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1507 N Durant StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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549 N Tustin Ave
549 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Tradewinds Apartments
1609 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Highland Apartments
1116-1120 Highland StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Cypress Apartments
210 Cypress AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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The Palms at South Coast
1331 W Central AveSanta Ana, CA 92704
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Saddleback Lodge
1649-1655 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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George Wright House Apartments
831 N Minter StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1407 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Park Townhome Apartments
510 E Chestnut AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Studio One Apartments
315 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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The Monterey Garden Apartments
1750-1770 Sherry LnSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Elk Lane Apartments
400 S Elk LnSanta Ana, CA 92701
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South Coast Metro, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Coast Metro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Coast Metro Studio Apartments | $2,646 | $1,100 | $4,176 |
| South Coast Metro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,043 | $1,250 | $6,398 |
| South Coast Metro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,719 | $1,808 | $10,000+ |
| South Coast Metro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,282 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
| South Coast Metro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,481 | $2,762 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available South Coast Metro Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Coast Metro area of Santa Ana, CA is a Studio unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ priced from $1,100. Santiago Villas Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here are the most affordable South Coast Metro apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Santiago Villas Senior Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Parc Derian | Waitlist | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
| Borchard Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Minnie Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Newport Village Apartments | Junior 1 Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Las Casas Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Warwick Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,904 |
| The Imperial Apartments | Studio AA | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Coast Metro, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Coast Metro area is the $2.47 price per square foot Townhome Model at Waterstone Garden in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $3,454. The second greatest value South Coast Metro apartment is the 4 Bedroom Model at First Street starting at $2,746 with a $2.01 price per square foot in the City Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Coast Metro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Waterstone Garden | Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.47 |
| First Street | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Country Squire Apartments | Large Town Home Apartment | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.60 |
| Parc Derian | Waitlist | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Kenyon Pointe | Floor Plan Patio | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Villa Marseilles Apartments | The Versailles- 1 BD, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 3400 South Main Street | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Borchard Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Coast Metro Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Coast Metro?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Coast Metro is under $1,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Coast Metro?
The cheapest apartment in South Coast Metro is Metro East Senior Park 62+ which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in South Coast Metro costs $4,137.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Coast Metro?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 14 regular apartments in South Coast Metro that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Coast Metro?
Cheap apartments in South Coast Metro have an average cost of $140 which is $3,997 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Coast Metro.
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